Commercial

OSH Works is Web-based service that will help your company develop, implement and maintain an occupational safety and health program, or improve upon your existing program. Developed in cooperation with Manitoba’s Workplace Safety and Health Division, this customized version of OSH Works delivers the framework and resource materials you need to understand and act on key occupational safety and health requirements. Ensure continual improvement of safety and health at your workplace with OSH Works on your side!

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Compressed Gases (CCOHS)

Guidelines for being safe when working with compressed gas, including required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and recommended procedures

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Construction Safety Association of Manitoba

Get helpful information, resources and event details from the province's governing body of construction safety.

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CSA B352.0-95, Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS)

Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) for Agricultural, Construction, Earthmoving, Forestry, Industrial and Mining Machines - Part 1: General Requirements

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CSA B352.2-95, Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) for Agricultural, Construction, Earthmoving, Forestry, Industrial, and Mining Machines - Part 3: Testing Requirements for ROPS on Construction, Earthmoving, Forestry, Industrial, and Mining Machine

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CSA B376-M1980, Portable Containers for Gasoline and Other Petroleum Fuels

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CSA C22.2 NO. 33-M1984, Construction and Test of Electric Cranes and Hoists

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CSA C225-00, Vehicle Mounted Aerial Devices

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CSA S269.1-1975, Falsework for Construction Purposes

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CSA Z259.10-06, Full Body Harnesses

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CSA Z259.1-05, Body Belts and Saddles for Work Positioning and Travel Restraint

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CSA Z259.11-05, Energy Absorbers and Lanyards

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CSA Z259.13-04, Flexible Horizontal Lifeline Systems

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CSA Z259.16-04, Design of Active Fall?Protection Systems

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CSA Z259.2.3-99, Descent Control Devices

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CSA Z432-04, Safeguarding of Machinery

This standard applies to the protection of persons from the hazards arising from the use of mobile or stationary machinery. It provides the criteria to be observed and the description, selection, and application of guards and safety devices. This Standard does not apply to portable hand tools

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Employee Assistance Programs (CCOHS)

Suggestions for employers setting up employee assistance programs.

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Establishing Occupational Exposure Limits

This manual was developed as a result of a grant from the Research and Workplace Innovation Program (RWIP) at WCB. It is designed to help you establish occupational exposure limits in your workplace. For more information on this topic, visit the Adjusting TLVS website. For more information on the RWIP program, please contact the WCB.

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Fall Protection - Fixed Ladders - Bulletin 137

Falls from fixed ladders, even from heights of just one meter, can result in serious injury or death. The most effective way to prevent injuries due to falls from fixed ladders is to use a fall protection system.

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Finger Injury

A worker was helping set up a construction trailer and grabbed a block of wood to move it. The trailer moved and the worker's finger was jammed between the wood block and the trailer.

Fixing up?

While many Manitobans began itching to start their spring renovations the moment the snow melted, completing residential construction projects safely requires homeowners to plan for more than just weather.

Guideline for an Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Program

Topics covered include asbestos control plans, inventory, notification, labelling, inspestions, cleaning procedures, prohibitied activities, and more.

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Guideline for Excavation Work

Safety guide for excavation work. Topics covered include types of excavation site hazards, legal requirements, soil properties, shaft and tunnel excavations, pile driving, and more.

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Guideline for Safeguarding Machinery and Equipment

This guideline provides general information to help employers develop safeguarding solutions for their specific machinery and equipment.

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Guideline for Thermal Stress

Guidelines for dealing with both hot and cold environments. Topics include definitions, factors contributing to risk, acclimitization, exposure limits, warm-up periods, and more.

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Guideline for Working with Asbestos

Topics covered include exposure limits, preventative methods, education and training, personal protective equipment, and more.

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How do I become COR certified?

ISO 3471:1994, Earth moving machinery - Rollover protective structures

Rollover protective structures - Laboratory tests and performance requirements

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Manitoba Construction Conference 2011

The Manitoba Construction Conference's main objective is the prevention of incidents, injuries, and loss. Co-hosted by your industry-funded safety programs - the Construction Safety Association of Manitoba and Manitoba Heavy Construction Safety Program (administered through the Winnipeg Construction Association and the Manitoba Heavy Construction Association).

For more information, visit www.constructionconference.ca.

New Workplace Safety and Health Regulations Effective February 1, 2011

The Workplace Safety and Health Regulation is changing to include new requirements to protect workers from psychological harassment in the workplace. The new provisions will address psychological harassment, such as intimidation, bullying and humiliation.

Occupational Health & Safety Conference

Presented by Safety Services Manitoba
January 21 & 22, 2009
Victoria Inn
Winnipeg. MB

Oil-Fired Construction Heaters - Bulletin 256

Oil-fired construction heaters may present a risk of fire or explosion as well as carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning if they are not installed, operated and maintained according to manufacturer’s instructions and adopted installation codes.

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Preventing Heat Stress

When the temperature rises, so does a worker's chances of suffering heat stress. These tips aim to help keep outdoor workers safe during the hot summer months.

Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries: A guide for employers and joint committees

A guide for employers and joint committees detailing tips to implementing a musculoskeletal injury prevention plan. Risk factors and investigation practices are also highlighted.

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Regulation Review Part 23

Safety Check is profiling one part of the Regulation in each issue to help remind you of the Regulation’s specifics and to help keep safety top-of-mind for all Manitobans. This issue, it’s Regulation Part 23: Cranes and Hoists. It was previously enforced through Regulation MR 99/88.Regulation Part 23 states that workplaces must develop, implement and train workers on SAFE work procedures.

Regulation Review: Part 17

Safety Check is profiling one part of the Regulation in each issue to help remind you of the Regulation’s specifics and to help keep safety top-of-mind for all Manitobans. This issue, it’s Regulation Part 17: Welding and Allied Processes.

Respirator Care (CCOHS)

A handbook for workers who require respirators to complete their tasks, including cleaning tips and other personal care guidelines. Published by CCOHS.

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Respirator Selection (CCOHS)

A resource designed to help workers select the proper respirator for their task. Published by CCOHS.

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Roofers Tie One On for Safety - Fall protection

The television advertisement for the Tie One On Falls campaign. This commercial brings attention to the need for roofers to use fall protection when working at heights.

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SAE J/ISO 3449, Earthmoving Machinery - Falling Object Protective Structures

Earthmoving Machinery - Falling Object Protective Structures - Laboratory Test and Performance Requirements

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SAFE Roads on Winnipeg streets

For the fourth consecutive year, the annual SAFE Roads campaign is asking drivers to slow down and exercise caution when traveling through construction zones and other areas where workers are present.

SAFE Tips for Avoiding Slips, Trips and Falls

Slips, trips and falls are among the highest causes of injury and incident in Manitoba workplaces. Across the province, approximately 2,800 workers are hurt in fall-related incidents each year.

One of the most important elements of a workplace safety and health program is an effective system to identify and control hazards. Implementing this system at your workplace will help to safeguard employees against slip, trip and fall-related injuries and reduce the occurrence of time-loss injuries.

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SAFE Tips for Operating a Circular Saw

Practising SAFE work procedures are vital to preventing injury. SAFE work procedures should always be accompanied with proper training. If you have questions about the safe work procedures or practices used in your workplace, don’t be afraid to speak up and ask questions. Remember, workplace injuries are preventable.

This describes how to safely use a circular saw.

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SAFE Tips for Pneumatic Nailing and Stapling Equipment

Practising SAFE work procedures are vital to preventing injury. SAFE work procedures should always be accompanied with proper training. If you have questions about the safe work procedures or practices used in your workplace, don’t be afraid to speak up and ask questions. Remember, workplace injuries are preventable.

This fact sheet helps you stay SAFE when using pneumatic nailers and staplers.

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SAFE Work for an Aging Workforce Brochure

A brochure to help you understand the issues and realities of an aging workforce and develop an action plan to address health and safety for an older population.

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SAFE Work is Good for Business

Guidebook for the SAFE Work is Good for Business program. Includes tips for workers and program evaluation sheets.

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SAFE Work Student Program

Student workbook for SAFE Work Student program, Includes worksheets, resources and evaluation forms

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SAFE Work Tips for Working with a Table Saw

Practising SAFE work procedures are vital to preventing injury. SAFE work procedures should always be accompanied with proper training. If you have questions about the safe work procedures or practices used in your workplace, don’t be afraid to speak up and ask questions. Remember, workplace injuries are preventable.

This fact sheet provides tips on preventing injury when dealing with table saws.

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Steel Frame Building Requirements - Bulletin 263

Steel column base plates are a fundamental component of a steel structure. Poor base plate design can lead to steel columns tipping over, which can cause severe injuries or death to workers in the area.

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Tie One On - Tips for roofing SAFEly

Summer is prime time for roofing projects for both homeowners and construction firms.But did you know that approximately two Manitobans are killed on the job by a fall from heights every year? Manitoba’s Workplace Safety and Health Act requires roofers – whether they are working on commercial or residential jobsites – to use fall protection systems to prevent fall-related injuries and fatalities.

Tips for Employers and Supervisors when Employing New Workers

Tips for Employers and Supervisors when new workers are employed

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Toluene – Basic Information (CCOHOS)

Basic information about Toluene - a clear, colourless liquid with a benzene-like odour.

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Toluene – First Aid for Exposure (CCOHOS)

Emergency procedures for workers who may come into contact with Toluene.

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Toluene – Health Effects (CCOHOS)

Information about the long- and short-term effects of Toulene exposure

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Toluene – International Hazard Classifications (CCOHOS)

Guidelines for classification of Toulene

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Understanding the Risks of MSI: A guide for workers on sprains, strains and other MSIs

A guide for workers on understanding the risks of musculoskeletal injury. A discussion of MSI signs, risk factors and how to identify risk factors is also included.

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Vibration (COHOS)

Description of and tips for preventing injury from vibration and radiation hazards

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What are the Dangers for Outdoor Workers in the Summer?

Why did I lose my COR discount?

Wood Scaffold Planks - Bulletin 134

A brief, two-page bulletin with pictures on the standards for the selection, examination and maintenance of wood scaffold planks.

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Working Safely Near Overhead and Underground Power Lines